FANTASY BASEBALL

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The Braves traded Matt Kemp to the Dodgers in exchange for veterans Adrian Gonzalez, Brandon McCarthy, Scott Kazmir and Charlie Culberson in a move that gave L.A. some luxury tax relief. Atlanta subsequently designated Gonzalez for assignment.